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Greening African Cities: Urban Agriculture as a Climate Adaptation Strategy

Olawole, M., Green, J., Mwangi, E.

Springer Environmental Science & Technology

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Review of 45 urban agriculture case studies across 12 African countries showing urban farming reduces urban heat island effects by 2-3°C and improves air quality while providing food security for 200+ million residents.